Are Redwing Iron Rangers GOOD Work Boots?

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  • @Orlanzepol123
    @Orlanzepol123 3 роки тому +4

    Good job a description of the boot. Enjoyed watching you

  • @miltonwashington131
    @miltonwashington131 3 роки тому +1

    I really appreciate your opinion. Thanks.

  • @kevinklepp5894
    @kevinklepp5894 3 роки тому +2

    Awsome work boot i have three pairs and am in them from 430 am till after work around 700 as an electrican I love them

    • @NathanKnepper
      @NathanKnepper  3 роки тому

      Thats awesome to hear, thanks for leaving a comment!!

  • @Wingsnthings23
    @Wingsnthings23 3 роки тому +10

    Wish you would zoom out just a bit :) good video

    • @NathanKnepper
      @NathanKnepper  3 роки тому

      Thank you, and yes this one was a bit too zoomed in. Corrected in the following videos 👍

  • @aztlanahauc
    @aztlanahauc 3 роки тому +2

    I use my 8085's at work when I know I am going to have a light day. I do custodial and light maintenance on one of the biggest high schools here where I live. On my busy days I walk between 8 to 10 miles on hard surfaces. On those days is when I wear my Nick's Builder Pro's. Much more support and comfort. It is a tank of a boot.

    • @NathanKnepper
      @NathanKnepper  3 роки тому

      I've heard a lot of good things about nicks. And whites too. I'm looking at getting some sort of boot from whites with a good lug sole on it for winter time

    • @aztlanahauc
      @aztlanahauc 3 роки тому

      @@NathanKnepper White's Smokejumper is a hell of a boot. Nick from Nick's Boots started at White's before he started his own boot company. You can not go wrong with either boot and the customization to get the look you want is pretty sweet.

    • @NathanKnepper
      @NathanKnepper  3 роки тому +2

      I'm looking at the smokejumper classic with the redish colored roughout leather. Probably a March/April purchase and if I do but them they'll definitely be a review up on the channel

  • @gideonsimmons8015
    @gideonsimmons8015 2 роки тому +3

    That metal at the end is called the egglet. Phineas and ferb facts

  • @mtk8020
    @mtk8020 2 роки тому +2

    Nice review. I have a couple pairs of IR..8085s and 8111 and I love them. You have a new sub. 😎

    • @NathanKnepper
      @NathanKnepper  2 роки тому +1

      Awesome! I really want to get a pair of Blacksmiths in Copper Rough n Tough.

  • @stevenroche9874
    @stevenroche9874 2 роки тому +3

    Yes, there is no Poron used inside, veg tanned leather insole and cork filler. The cloth in the vamp area is called cotton drill, not denim. Good review!

  • @Jacobgrayreviews
    @Jacobgrayreviews 3 роки тому +2

    Great video! I enjoy watching your boot reviews!!

    • @NathanKnepper
      @NathanKnepper  3 роки тому

      Awesome! Thanks for watching!

    • @Jacobgrayreviews
      @Jacobgrayreviews 3 роки тому +1

      I have the Iron Ranger. Not sure on my next boot though. The Thursday Vanguard you have really looked good. Its funny that I don't really need more boots but I still want to collect more.

    • @NathanKnepper
      @NathanKnepper  3 роки тому

      The Vanguards are awesome. I also really like Mark Albert's boots as they're made locally in my hometown. I should have a review of the Uptown model out in a few weeks. Whites also makes a wide range of very durable boots. Oak Streets are pretty solid too but imo they're a little too pricey for what you get. Still very nice though. I don't have any experience with Trueman's but I've heard very nice things about them!

  • @RHBootmakers
    @RHBootmakers 3 роки тому +6

    Nice video man this look nice darkened with the mink oil I use neatsfoot cream on mine but I might think about darkening then a bit now

    • @RHBootmakers
      @RHBootmakers 3 роки тому +3

      Also the ends of the laces are called aglets 🙂

    • @NathanKnepper
      @NathanKnepper  3 роки тому +2

      Thanks for the info! I feel like I've heard that word used before to describe them but I guess I didn't put two and two together. I used redwings boot oil at first and that made them somewhat dark and then I tried using mink oil. The mink oil kept them pretty waterproof but it seemed to wear off rather quickly. The last time I cleaned them I used smiths leather balm and they turned out pretty nice. There's just a little of the leathers original color surfacing here and there which I like

  • @Loganedward29
    @Loganedward29 3 роки тому +4

    Iron rangers can be used as a work book. For boots that will last longer and work in any environment look to Nicks, Whites, and Wesco.

    • @NathanKnepper
      @NathanKnepper  3 роки тому

      Exactly. I'm currently looking at picking up a pair of whites smokejumper classics mainly so I have a boot with better tread for the winter time

    • @Loganedward29
      @Loganedward29 3 роки тому +2

      @@NathanKnepper Heard smokejumpers are great. I have Nicks Builder pro and the break in times is killing me. Nicks also just released a new boot the Tanker pro that looks amazing.

  • @agoldek
    @agoldek 2 роки тому +2

    Nice review. Great that you are using them for work! They look great.
    One thing… I don’t get this blister and pain trying to brake those boots. I really don’t. I owe several pairs of heritage boots. Mac toe boots I use for work. I have 1907 and 875. I also have irons. I yet to have any “horror” stories about braking any of this boots. This is maybe a useful tip for all of you. I go to the store and spend good 30 min to an hour trying to pick the right pair. I usually come to a Red Wong store wearing my Iron Rangers so stuff knows that I’m a serious customer and I already own a pair. So…. They have no problem getting me, three and four pairs just to try those boots and walk in them for several minutes looking for any painful spots. When you get a stitch that is hearting you badly after just few steps, get another pair. Do this until you get tight pair but without any ruff spots. My boots brake in a week. No problems! Seriously. If it takes you weeks or months to brake those boots you either got them over the internet or you didn’t spend time making sure you got right pair

  • @Phil-pg1rd
    @Phil-pg1rd 2 роки тому +1

    I work in a backroom and move almost all day long, can get close to a marathon in steps on a really bad day moving freight and the such. Would these be a good pick?

    • @NathanKnepper
      @NathanKnepper  2 роки тому +1

      Get em past the break-in and they’ll be some of the best boots you’ve ever worn. Whites MP Shermans with the dainite half sole would also be a good pick

  • @GeorgeZimmermen
    @GeorgeZimmermen Рік тому

    I’ve worn mine every day for work as an exterminator for almost 2 years and they are ok. I do a ton of walking on the job. Up and down stairs all day, going from apartment to apartment. I have a cheap pair of Nikes that are way more comfortable if im honest. My soles wore out pretty quick and I need new ones. This hype about them being this ultra comfortable boot and you’ll never want anything else I just didn’t find to be true. The inside has no cushioning and it feels like you are always walking on a hard surface. They look good new and shined up but other than that, they are just boots.

    • @NathanKnepper
      @NathanKnepper  Рік тому +1

      I’d guess it’s different for everyone. I find my back is a lot better with a good solid boot under my foot. Foam soles makes it hurt after a while.

  • @Noah-vm4ib
    @Noah-vm4ib 3 роки тому +2

    Yes.

  • @donk9189
    @donk9189 3 роки тому +2

    Nice boots mate !!

  • @Theheritagetribute
    @Theheritagetribute 2 роки тому +1

    Hi Nathan, how about sizing? You said the first weeks were hard. What was your strategy sizing your IR? Thanks

    • @NathanKnepper
      @NathanKnepper  2 роки тому +1

      They’re going to be uncomfortable regardless of the sizing simple because the cork and leather needs to break in. I purchased size 9 and am a brannock size 10. If I were to order again I would get size 9.5

  • @MrDro1128
    @MrDro1128 3 роки тому +2

    Did you use mink oil or something to darken them?

    • @NathanKnepper
      @NathanKnepper  3 роки тому +3

      Yes I used redwings boot oil and mink oil on them a few times. That plus constantly being in an environment full of grease, oil, gasoline, and dirt has made them darker. Recently I cleaned them with saddle soap and used smiths leather balm on them. Managed to recover some of the color. If you wear these for carpentry or a job that only has you in contact with dirt/dust and don't need them to be waterproofed with mink oil products they'll develop amazing patinas.

    • @MrDro1128
      @MrDro1128 3 роки тому +1

      @@NathanKnepper right on, man. Thanks. I own a tire/mechanic shop- was wanting to darken them up a little bit.
      Wasn’t sure if they would continue to get darker the more you used the mink oil

  • @Surrealiantx
    @Surrealiantx 3 роки тому +2

    Awesome review. Currently breaking in my iron rangers, it's a pain for sure lol

    • @NathanKnepper
      @NathanKnepper  3 роки тому +1

      Yeah they're some of the roughest boots I've ever broken in. Stick with it, it only gets better. Eventually you won't want to wear anything else 👍🏼

    • @jeffsmith8066
      @jeffsmith8066 3 роки тому +2

      I must be weird I thought they broke in very easy and never gave me pain. I got the copper rough & tough don’t know if that makes a difference

    • @NathanKnepper
      @NathanKnepper  3 роки тому +1

      The leather breaks in quickly from my experience but the insole being cork and leather takes while to be truly comfortable. Especially if you're on your feet for 8-10 hrs a day

    • @jimshen0308
      @jimshen0308 3 роки тому +2

      it's the rite of passage
      Once you can endure IR, you will be ready for Nick's, Frank's...any custom made work boots

  • @AndrewKnepper
    @AndrewKnepper 3 роки тому +2

    Crispy logo in the background 😎

  • @allenjami3894
    @allenjami3894 3 роки тому +2

    Hi, I watched your vloges. I sized down half size and bought the Thursday boots Captan(burnt copper) in size 7 US, but it was little snug/tight esp in the tip portion of my foot. I wear size 7.5 US size in sneakers, now I am interested in buying the Redwing Ironranger 8111, so what size should I go for? Should I go for size US 7.5??? Please advise 🙏

    • @NathanKnepper
      @NathanKnepper  3 роки тому +1

      I’ve had the same problem honestly. If I was to get the captains again I would try them in size 10 as that front toe cap can really pinch some peoples feet. Almost all of my other boots are size 9.5 but my iron rangers are actually size 9. They fit just a tad small so personally I would get them again in size 9.5

    • @NathanKnepper
      @NathanKnepper  3 роки тому +1

      The iron ranger will have a much more roomier toe box and should accommodate your foot quite well. I would recommend seeing what the return policy is and making sure not to crease them or anything in case they don’t fit well

    • @allenjami3894
      @allenjami3894 3 роки тому

      What size do U wear in Sneakers 👟

    • @allenjami3894
      @allenjami3894 3 роки тому +1

      What size do U wear in Sneakers 👟

    • @NathanKnepper
      @NathanKnepper  3 роки тому +1

      Size 10

  • @rockon21ful
    @rockon21ful 3 роки тому +2

    Hey Nathan, another solid boot video😎👍Glad to see you’ve got some IR’s for work or when out in the country & keeping the Thursday Boots for more casual days and nights‼️ Aren’t these Rangers a pain in the ass to break in then finally like the boot fairy 🧚‍♀️ stopped by one night and sprinkled some fairy dust on them and from then on feel like they were made for your feet 🦶 Dude keep the great reviews coming and boot guys help this young man out with a like & subscribe, he is too good not to have at least 5,000 to 10,000 subs at this point so he can really start reviewing more boots and other workwear into his well done video’s😎👍🥾🇺🇸🥾

    • @NathanKnepper
      @NathanKnepper  3 роки тому

      Thanks for the comment!! Yeah the iron rangers were horrible and then all of a sudden they just stopped hurting and were amazing.

  • @0987__
    @0987__ 3 роки тому +1

    Good video dog 👍

  • @robpin4129
    @robpin4129 2 роки тому

    Engineer here, 50/50 field/office job. Sometimes I have to be in farms where there is rainfall accumulation, mud, etc. Would these boots keep my feet protected from that? The other option I'm considering are muck boots, but I'd be switching boots once I'm out in the field and switch them back once I drive to the office. So what's your opinion? $350 for these or muck boots? Thank you in advance.

    • @NathanKnepper
      @NathanKnepper  2 роки тому +1

      If you’re not opposed to a higher price I would 100% recommend a PNW style boot. Whites Smokejumper, Nicks Builder Pro, any of the JK boot style, or Trumans Uplands (which I personally own). It sounds like you need some solid footwear. It also depends on what you’ll be doing. Will you be down in some serious muck fixing things? Or will you just be observing things? You might be fine with a pair of muck boots if you’re not going to be performing serious physical labor. Maybe in the future you could then get a pair of rangers or other goodyear welted boots for the office

    • @robpin4129
      @robpin4129 2 роки тому +1

      @@NathanKnepper thank you for the great suggestions. What I do in the field is mostly observation, data collection, sometimes topo, nothing crazy. Thank you again.

  • @jonathanvangrouw8610
    @jonathanvangrouw8610 3 роки тому +1

    Nice video keep it up

  • @Justin-pu7qi
    @Justin-pu7qi Рік тому

    Whats your brannock size and what size did you get in the iron rangers?

    • @NathanKnepper
      @NathanKnepper  Рік тому +1

      im a size 10. left foot is a little long and right foot is a little wide. I got a size 9 boot and definitely would go 9.5 next time

    • @Justin-pu7qi
      @Justin-pu7qi Рік тому +1

      @@NathanKnepper Im in the same boat as you. Pretty sure I sized all of my red wings incorrectly. Size 10.5D brannock but went with 9.5EE on all of my iron rangers. Are they uncomfortable? No but could they be more comfortable? I think so. Gonna go up to 10D next pair I buy and hope it fits a tad better.

    • @NathanKnepper
      @NathanKnepper  Рік тому

      That sounds like a good plan. The only boots I’ve had that fit perfectly at size 9.5 are my Whites MP Shermans, mark albert uptowns, and my spruce kudu parkhursts

  • @lefix3425
    @lefix3425 3 роки тому +1

    what about the goodyear whelt on the sole? It looked like it was already broken or torn apart. (sorry for my bad english)

    • @NathanKnepper
      @NathanKnepper  3 роки тому

      Yes the welt has separated some on the sides due to the way I work in them. I'm a powersports mechanic so I'm always squatting down to work on things which puts a LOT of pressure on the area where the toe cap is sewn to the rest of the boot. I've bent the toe box nearly 90° to the rest of the boot at times. In terms of performance I honestly haven't noticed it at all. They still seem to have around the same level of water resistance (which isn't a whole lot). I think the separation is mostly due to the vibram 430 sole not having a lot of tread which causes it to wear down into the welt stitching and then due to squatting and the pressure over the front of the boot it ends up separating. I plan on getting mine resoled with a bigger lug sole at some point in the future

    • @lefix3425
      @lefix3425 3 роки тому +1

      @@NathanKnepper thanks for your answer. I,ve always wondered if someone would have a problem with that.

    • @NathanKnepper
      @NathanKnepper  3 роки тому

      Some boots recess the stitching or they have a taller lug profile on them. Not too much of an issue on boots when they're worn for casual wear / fashion but obviously rigorous use in a work environment will take its toll.

  • @charlesbronson240
    @charlesbronson240 3 роки тому +6

    In my experience from using the 8083s in my trade, they are durable as hell, more durable and repairable than dedicated work boots in fact. However there are just better options for work in terms of comfort and protection.

    • @NathanKnepper
      @NathanKnepper  3 роки тому +2

      Yes they are very durable! They do lack protection, especially when considering the lack of any sort of steel or composite toe, and also lack of any sort of traction on the sole. As for comfort I find that much like mattresses different people like different stiffness in their footwear. Personally I like a stiffer more ridgid shoe that fits to my foot.

    • @travisbolinger5764
      @travisbolinger5764 3 роки тому

      What are those options?

    • @travisbolinger5764
      @travisbolinger5764 3 роки тому +1

      What are those options?

    • @NathanKnepper
      @NathanKnepper  3 роки тому

      ​@@travisbolinger5764 I'm not sure what boots he is referring to but I've heard fantastic things about Nicks and Whites. Personally I will be purchasing a pair of Whites smokejumper classics soon for work. From what many people have said apparently the $550 price tag is well worth it...

    • @charlesbronson240
      @charlesbronson240 3 роки тому

      @@travisbolinger5764 Nick’s and White’s my friend.

  • @TheRICARDO0417
    @TheRICARDO0417 3 роки тому +1

    Hola amigo
    Gracias por tu video despejo muchas dudas.
    Sin embargo me ha quedado una ! mi pie mide 27.5 cm de longitud en el sistema brannock y estoy dudoso en comprar talla 9 us o talla 9.5 us me podrias decir cuanto mide tu pie para ir a la fija y decidir que talla comprar ! Tu comentas q tiene talla 9 us pero te gudtaria talla 9.5 us ? Gracias

    • @NathanKnepper
      @NathanKnepper  3 роки тому

      9.5 would probably be best. If I get another pair I would get 9.5

    • @joseiniguez4857
      @joseiniguez4857 2 роки тому

      Si usas 10.5 en timberland o Zapatos medida Uk o china te recomiendo un 9 redwings usa medida estadunidense.

  • @kartikchary
    @kartikchary 3 роки тому

    Great review , it was short and precise. Found your channel today and I'm glad I did. I own a number of pairs of Redwings including the iron rangers ,the blacksmiths and the roughneck boots. I'm looking to buy either the Truman boots or Nick's boots next and would really appreciate if you could do a review of either of those boots.

    • @NathanKnepper
      @NathanKnepper  3 роки тому +1

      Awesome! Glad you found the video helpful! I hope to have a review on whites smokejumper classics within the next 6 months. I know that's a long time out but I have sooo many boots to wear and review it gets to be quite a lot. Also I want to make sure I give them a fair and honest review after wearing for a good 4 months at least

    • @kartikchary
      @kartikchary 3 роки тому

      @@NathanKnepper Great looking forward to your review of the smoke jumpers

    • @NathanKnepper
      @NathanKnepper  3 роки тому

      Hey there, just wanted to drop a quick comment and say that I might go for nicks builder pros or their new tanker boot (which looks insane!). I can only review one pair of boots in this category right now as my budget is only so large. Regardless I will have a pair of nicks or whites reviewed within the next 6 months!

  • @AKsthoughts
    @AKsthoughts 3 роки тому +1

    Nice review. New subscriber here.

    • @NathanKnepper
      @NathanKnepper  3 роки тому

      Thanks for subbing! Hope you enjoy the content!

  • @СмирновСтас-щ4р
    @СмирновСтас-щ4р 3 роки тому +1

    Nice boots

  • @admiralgoodboy
    @admiralgoodboy 2 роки тому +1

    I dont wear them for work. I use them as a nice casual boot for me

    • @NathanKnepper
      @NathanKnepper  2 роки тому +1

      I believe most people do not wear them for work. Honestly I’ve come to prefer Trumans for that. The cattail grizzly uplands and cattail grizzly roughout standard style have both served me well. The uplands have taken an absolute beating and look only mildly used. Someday I think I may pick up a pair of rangers in copper for nice wear. The patina potential on those is incredible.

    • @admiralgoodboy
      @admiralgoodboy 2 роки тому +1

      @@NathanKnepper nice. Imma check out the other boots too

  • @juliusantivo271
    @juliusantivo271 3 роки тому +1

    idk but i like my boots darker...

  • @universalcitizen7544
    @universalcitizen7544 3 роки тому +3

    Are Redwing Iron Rangers GOOD Work Boots? NO they're not. The only GOOD thing about them is the way they look. I own a pair and I like them

    • @NathanKnepper
      @NathanKnepper  3 роки тому

      Uhm...

    • @universalcitizen7544
      @universalcitizen7544 3 роки тому

      @@NathanKnepper ok and they're well built and should last long, I guess :-)

    • @NathanKnepper
      @NathanKnepper  3 роки тому +1

      It depends on what you're doing. I think they're great for carpentry and light mechanic work. I wouldn't recommend them for logging, heavy equipment repair, construction, etc

    • @MrShlangman
      @MrShlangman 3 роки тому

      Man, I WORK in office, wear Rangers six day a week, so they’re perfect WORK boots )

    • @johnready630
      @johnready630 3 роки тому +3

      Yes it depends on what you're doing and for light duty work not a problem . I use mine daily and the only issue I have to look after with them is they may get wet from water spray some but I treat them with Obenauf's or Huberd's to protect them every couple months (light coat) . I also brush them every day after work.

  • @MrBigdaddy1021
    @MrBigdaddy1021 3 роки тому +2

    Its called an aglet.

    • @utharaptortrex
      @utharaptortrex 3 роки тому

      Phineas and Ferb taught me that one xD

  • @jesusgarza9772
    @jesusgarza9772 3 роки тому +2

    It's weird as fuck that you get thousands of views and only have like 350 subs. I like your video presentation. I'd just recommend zooming out a tad or moving the camera a little further back

    • @NathanKnepper
      @NathanKnepper  3 роки тому

      Yup working on figuring out the whole views-subs thing. Ive started changing the camera angle in recent videos and have started working on getting more clips to tie in 👍

  • @edyue1
    @edyue1 2 роки тому

    Less face, more boot 😂

  • @sunnyj209
    @sunnyj209 3 роки тому +1

    I love pisgah laces. And these are lifestyle boots. Id recommend redwing work boots. You can work in these but why ruin a 300$+ shoe

    • @NathanKnepper
      @NathanKnepper  3 роки тому

      Great question! If you’re really slim like me and don’t want to look like a clown with massive shoes… well then heritage boots are a great pick. Besides, I don’t consider them to be ruined. Im actually excited to get them resoled soon with a commando lug sole, added midsole, and maybe a 360deg goodyear welt. They have plenty of years of work left in them, although they will be sharing the work with my new pair of Trumans (cattail grizzly uplands w/ vibram 100)

    • @NathanKnepper
      @NathanKnepper  3 роки тому

      Also my work as a mechanic is a huge part of my lifestyle so I like to blend the products I wear at work with the ones I wear when I’m out with friends or adventuring!

  • @Blacksheep40actual
    @Blacksheep40actual 2 роки тому

    aglet. phineas and ferb did a whole episode about them